H 4544
An Act relative to Hispanic-serving institutions
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Bill overview
This bill focuses on supporting and expanding Hispanic-serving institutions (HSIs) in Massachusetts. It aims to increase funding and resources for these colleges and universities, recognizing their vital role in serving diverse student populations and contributing to workforce development. The legislation seeks to strengthen HSI programs and initiatives, ultimately promoting educational opportunities for Hispanic students within the state. It also intends to establish a task force to study and recommend strategies for HSI success.
Key provisions
- Designates a state task force to study HSI issues and make recommendations.
- Directs the Board of Higher Education to prioritize funding for HSI programs.
- Requires the Department of Higher Education to collect data on HSIs and their student populations.
- Supports the development of HSI infrastructure and resources.
- Promotes collaboration between HSIs and community organizations.
- Establishes a grant program to support HSI initiatives.
- Expands outreach efforts to recruit and retain Hispanic students.
Who is affected
- Hispanic-serving institutions
- Students at Hispanic-serving institutions
- Massachusetts Higher Education Department
- The Board of Higher Education
- Massachusetts residents seeking higher education
Notable changes
- Establishes a dedicated task force to analyze and recommend improvements for HSIs.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Michael P. Kushmerek
Cosponsors
John J. Cronin
Michael P. Kushmerek
Patrick Joseph Kearney
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Bill H.4544 194th (Current)
An Act relative to Hispanic-serving institutions
By Representative Kushmerek of Fitchburg and Senator Cronin, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael P. Kushmerek relative to Hispanic-serving institutions in higher education. Higher Education.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenters: Michael P. Kushmerek , John J. Cronin Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.4544
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 8/7/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on House Rules |
| 9/15/2025 | House | Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Higher Education |
| 9/18/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/16/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 2/5/2026 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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